Preparing to Depart

Research has shown that the level of student preparedness strongly reflects the level of success and satisfaction a student has on an international program:

Know your Host Country
Health and Wellness
Personal Safety
Transportation Safety
Your Finances
Transition Adjustment

National Resources to Prepare for Departure

Preparation

U.S. Passport
Visa requirements by country
StudyAbroad.com Handbook
Students Abroad: US Department of State

Health & Safety

U.S. State Department Travel Tips
U.S. Consular Info. FAQ
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
OSAC Crime and Safety Reports

CNU Resources to Prepare for Departure

Attend all pre-departure events

CNU Summer Programs:

Mandatory Meeting with Study Abroad Office
Mandatory Meeting(s) with your program
Optional spring pre-departure meetings: 1st time flyers, safety abroad, packing, independent travel, communicating while abroad, cultural adjustment, and finances abroad

Fall Programs:

Mandatory Meeting with Study Abroad Office
Meetings or online sessions with your program
Optional spring pre-departure meetings: 1st time flyers, safety abroad, packing, independent travel, communicating while abroad, cultural adjustment, and finances abroad

Spring Programs:

Mandatory Meetings with Study Abroad Office
Meetings or online sessions with your program

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